Careers at Octans Insurance are built for licensed agents who want to help families with life insurance the right way: honest comparisons, real training, and the support to grow. If you are a licensed agent, experienced or not, we are hiring.
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Why Agents Join Octans Insurance
Product, underwriting, and compliance training from experienced licensed leaders.Carrier access
Contracts with a wide range of A-rated life and health carriers, including final expense and term specialists.Leads and support
Quote-ready leads, marketing support, and back-office help with applications.Remote flexibility
Work with clients by phone across the states where you are licensed.
Who We Are Hiring
We are hiring licensed life and health insurance agents, experienced or new. If you hold a resident life license (or are completing pre-licensing), we will help you get appointed with our carriers and learn final expense, term, whole life, and Medicare-related products. Bilingual agents and agents licensed in multiple states are especially welcome.
What Do Octans Agents Do?
- Talk with families about their goals, health, and budget.
- Compare carriers and explain waiting periods, riders, and costs clearly.
- Complete applications by phone and follow policies through underwriting.
- Stay in touch with clients for reviews and claims help.
How to Apply
- Complete the short application form below and upload your resume.
- A member of our leadership team will contact you to discuss your licensing and goals.
- Get appointed, complete onboarding, and start helping clients.
How Do You Become a Licensed Life Insurance Agent?
Every state requires life insurance agents to hold a producer license. The general path looks like this; exact rules vary by state.
| Step | What it involves |
|---|---|
| 1. Pre-licensing education | Complete a state-approved life insurance course, if your state requires one |
| 2. State licensing exam | Pass the life (or life and health) producer exam |
| 3. Background check and application | Apply for your license, often through NIPR |
| 4. Carrier appointments | Get appointed with the insurance companies you will represent |
| 5. Continuing education | Complete required CE hours to renew your license |
What Does a Life Insurance Agent Do Day to Day?
Agents learn about each client’s goals and budget, compare policies, explain options in plain English, and help clients through the application and underwriting process.
What Skills Help in Life Insurance Agent Careers?
Successful careers in life insurance combine people skills with product knowledge. These are the skills our agents use every day.
| Skill | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Listening | Clients share goals, budgets, and health details before you can recommend coverage |
| Product knowledge | Term, whole life, final expense, and Medicare options each fit different needs |
| Comparison | Independent agents compare carriers to find the right underwriting fit |
| Compliance | Licensing, disclosures, and Medicare marketing rules protect clients |
| Follow-through | Applications, underwriting questions, and policy delivery take steady follow-up |
If you are exploring careers in insurance, the licensing steps above are the place to start. Apply below and tell us about your experience.
Careers FAQ
Do I need a license to apply?
You need a resident life (and ideally health) insurance license to sell. If you are completing pre-licensing, apply anyway and tell us your timeline.
Is this a remote position?
Yes. Octans agents work with clients by phone and online in the states where they are licensed.
What products will I sell?
Final expense, term, whole life, mortgage protection, and supplemental health coverage from the carriers we are appointed with.